IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Patna website. The last date to submit the application form is 17-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.

IIT Patna Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications:

Option 1: M.Tech Degree

• M.Tech. in VLSI/Embedded System/Microelectronics/Electronics System/Communication System/Instrumentation/Computer Science Engineering from recognized institution
• Minimum CPI: 6.5 or 60% marks
• Must have qualified GATE (within last 5 years)

Option 2: B.Tech/B.E. / B.Sc(Engg.) Degree

• B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc(Engg.) in Electrical/Electronics/Communication/Instrumentation/Computer Science & Engineering
• Minimum CPI: 7.5 or 70% marks
• Must have qualified GATE (within last 5 years)

Option 3: M.Sc. Degree

• M.Sc. in Physics/Mathematics/Electronics/Instrumentation from recognized institution
• Must have qualified GATE or CSIR-NET (within last 5 years)

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in VLSI design, Embedded systems, or RISC-V architecture
• Knowledge of IoT and LoRa communication protocols
• Background in Machine Learning and signal processing
• Experience with HDL programming (Verilog/VHDL)
• Familiarity with edge computing platforms

Fellowship Amount and Tenure

Important Dates

Application Instructions

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official notification (Form No. RD-M003)
2. Fill the application form completely with all required details
3. Prepare a resume highlighting relevant exposure in VLSI, edge computing, ML, or IoT
4. Scan the following documents and combine into a single email:

   • Completed application form (RD-M003)
   • GATE Score Card (scanned copy)
   • Resume highlighting relevant project domain exposure
   • Educational qualification certificates (scanned copies)
   • Mark sheets (scanned copies)

5. Send the email to: [email protected]
6. Subject line: “Application for JRF – R&D/908/MEM/540”
7. Send before 17.02.2026 (deadline)

Required Documents

• Duly filled application form (in prescribed format)
• GATE Score Card (qualified within last 5 years)
• Resume highlighting relevant domain exposure (VLSI/Embedded/ML/IoT)
• B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc./M.Tech Degree Certificate
• Mark sheets of all qualifying examinations
• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
• Proof of age (Birth certificate or Class 10 certificate)
• Identity proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport)
• Two passport-size photographs
• At time of interview: Original copies of all supporting documents

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Eligibility verification of submitted applications
2. Shortlisting: Candidates meeting eligibility will be shortlisted (intimated on 18.02.2026)
3. Written Test: Technical test on 02.03.2026 at 10:00 AM

   • Duration: As per IIT Patna norms
   • Topics: VLSI Design, Embedded Systems, Communication Systems, Machine Learning basics

4. Personal Interview: Same day after written test (02.03.2026)

   • Venue: Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Patna
   • Duration: 20-30 minutes
   • Assessment of technical knowledge, research aptitude, and communication skills

5. Final Selection: Based on overall performance in written test and interview

Important Information

• This is a research project position, not a regular employment position
• Fellowship is based on satisfactory academic and research performance
• Continuation of fellowship is subject to annual performance review
• JRF can be promoted to SRF after 2 years of satisfactory work
• GATE qualification within last 5 years is mandatory (from advertisement date 23.01.2026)
• CPI/Marks requirement must be met in qualifying degree
• Written test will assess domain knowledge relevant to the project
• Decision of selection committee is final and binding
• IIT Patna reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment
• No TA/DA beyond second class train fare will be provided
• Email submission is mandatory; no offline applications accepted

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